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Comprehending
Functional Text
Instruction • Practice • Assessment
Authors:
Schyrlet Cameron and Suzanne Myers
Editors:
Mary Dieterich and Sarah M. Anderson
Proofreader: Margaret Brown
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ISBN 978-1-62223-000-6
Printing No. CD-404182
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Table of Contents
Comprehending Functional Text
Table of Contents
To the Teacher...............................................iii
Assessment Prep
Common Core State Standards Matrix.......iv
Assembly Instructions...........................28
Brochure................................................30
Instructional Resources
Bus Schedule........................................32
What Is Functional Text?.........................1
Calendar of Events................................34
What Are Text Features?.........................2
Class Schedule.....................................36
Game Rules..........................................38
Practice Activities
Mall Directory........................................40
Classified Advertisements.......................3
Movie Guide..........................................42
Email.......................................................5
Permission Letter...................................44
Family Calendar......................................7
Poster....................................................46
Food Nutrition Labels..............................9
School Lunch Menu...............................48
Internet Search Screen.........................11
Science Experiment..............................50
Recipe...................................................13
Student Handbook.................................52
Restaurant Menu...................................15
Website Page........................................54
Safety Rules..........................................17
Sales Flyer............................................19
Bulletin Board Ideas and More
Text Message........................................21
Bulletin Board Ideas..............................56
Bulletin Board Patterns..........................57
Learning Stations Activity
Text Mapping.........................................58
Text Feature Wall...................................58
Functional Text Collection Notebook.....59
Learning Stations Activity: Teacher
Page..............................................22
Warranty................................................23
Station One: Vocabulary........................24
Answer Keys................................................60
Station Two: Real-Life Scenarios...........25
Photo Credits.............................................. C3
Station Three: Returns..........................26
Station Four: Details, Details, Details....27
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To the Teacher
Comprehending Functional Text
To the Teacher
Students are surrounded by nonfiction text. They must have the ability to understand its
purpose, gather key ideas and details, make inferences, and evaluate the information. One type
of nonfiction is informational text. Three subgenres of informational text are exposition, argument,
and functional text. Examples of functional text are brochures, food nutrition labels, menus, and
class schedules.
The purpose of functional text is to help the reader accomplish real-world tasks. This requires skills such as following multi-step, written directions; recognizing patterns and structures;
and locating and interpreting information contained in functional text documents. These reading
skills are critical in preparing students for college and career readiness: a goal of the Common
Core State English Language Arts Standards.
Comprehending Functional Text: Instruction, Practice, and Assessment is designed to offer
teachers a wide variety of instructional options to meet the diverse learning styles of middle-school
students. The format of this book is divided into five sections.
• Instructional Resources introduce the types, features, and structures of functional
text. These handouts can be used as teacher-directed introductory lessons.
• Practice Activities provide students with opportunities to work with functional text
documents. Each lesson features a document followed by skill-building questions and
an activity.
• The Learning Stations engage students in small-group activities. Students are able to
examine, analyze, and discuss a functional text document.
• Assessment Prep tests students’ understanding of functional text documents. This section features a document followed by comprehension questions written in standardized
test format.
• Bulletin Board Ideas and More are activities that can be used to reinforce and extend
student learning.
This book can be used for independent practice, small-group or classroom instruction, and
as homework. The activities are designed to supplement or enhance the regular classroom reading curriculum or can be used with ESL and Title I students. CD-404182 ©Mark Twain Media, Inc., Publishers
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x x x x x x x x x Family Calendar
Food Nutrition Label
Internet Search Screen
Recipe
Restaurant Menu
Safety Rules
Sales Flyer
Text Message
Learning Stations Activity
Text Mapping
Text Feature Wall
Functional Text
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Collection Notebook
x Email
x Classified Advertisements
Assignment
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Grade Level
English Language Arts Standards: Reading Informational Text
Common Core State Standards Matrix
Comprehending Functional Text
Common Core State Standards Matrix
What Is Functional Text?
Comprehending Functional Text
What Is Functional Text?
Functional text is everywhere. Did you go to a ballgame last
night? Were you handed a roster of players? The roster is an example of functional text. After the game, did you go to a restaurant?
If so, you probably ordered off a menu. The menu is another example
of functional text.
The purpose of functional text is to give you specific information or to help you perform a day-to-day task. Some examples of
functional text are brochures, food nutrition labels, menus, recipes,
and class schedules.
There are two ways to read functional text. One way is to skim
the text to find the needed information. Another way is to read word
for word. While reading, you should be thinking about what is being
read and deciding
if the information
is useful.
When reading functional text, you should
look at how the information is presented. For
example, is the information arranged in chronological order or step by step? Has the author
used text features such as illustrations or bold
words to emphasize key points? Paying attention to these details will help you to locate information and understand what you are reading.
Examples of Functional Text
• Advertisements
• Announcements
• Bank statements
• Brochures
• Bus schedules
• Diagrams
• Directories
• Emails
• Food labels
• Game directions
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• Instructions
• Internet websites
• Invitations
• Labels
• Letters
• Manuals
• Maps
• Memos
• Menus
• Pamphlets
• Recipes
• Schedules
• Search engines
• Signs
• Surveys
• Television guides
• Text messages
• Traffic signs
• Warranties
• Yellow Pages
What Are Text Features?
Comprehending Functional Text
What Are Text Features?
Text features are used to help the reader locate and understand information. They are
often found in textbooks, magazine articles, web pages, and other forms of informational text. Text
features can be divided into three categories: structure, print, and graphics. Text structure refers
to the way information in the text is organized. The table of contents is a text structure you can find
at the beginning of books. Print features such as bold words and italics are used to make words
stand out in the text. A drawing is an example of a graphic aid that can help the reader visualize
the text.
Text Feature
Structure
Print
Table of Contents a list of the major parts of a book and the starting page numbers Index
an alphabetical list of topics and the page numbers where the infor-
Graphics
Definition
Glossary
Appendix
Heading
Subheading
Bold/Color
Italic
Underlining
Font
Bullet
Caption
Illustration
Sidebar
Map
Diagram
Chart/Table
Timeline
Graph
an alphabetical list of important words with definitions; may include
pronunciations
a section at the end of a book that provides additional information
the title of the text
a heading given to a section of text
text printed darker or in color
a style of printing where letters slant to the right
a line drawn under the text
the type and size of the text
a symbol used to emphasize a list of items
the words used to explain what is shown in an illustration
a visual way to give information (examples: photograph, drawing,
sketch)
a boxed section off to the side of the main text that contains related
information
a representation of the earth’s surface
a labeled drawing that shows or explains something
a graphic organizer used to summarize or compare information
a graphic organizer used to show important events in chronological
order
a diagram displaying numerical information
mation can be found
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Classified Advertisements: Practice Activity
Comprehending Functional Text
Classified Advertisements
Livingston County Press
Lost and Found
FIND Henry! Lost in Storie
Subdivision, all white male cat
w/stubby tail. $50 reward. Please
call 555-333-2527.
PLEASE HELP US find Sheba,
female, long-haired, black cat
wearing red collar.
Call 555-333-2333 if found.
FOUND: male, yellow lab with
faded blue collar, near Mercy
Circle Drive. 555-333-4727.
Lost: Glasses in black case on
10/23, in Glenstone Mall. Don’t
have the money to replace. Call:
555-333-6418
FOUND - Boxer mix, red collar,
dragging blue rope, found around
Snip ‘n Curl. 555-333-0220
Garage Sales
Fri. 14 & Sat. 15, 7- ?
142 Hayward Street
Curio cabinet, pool table, bass
boat, clothing, fishing equipment,
etc. Items won’t last long!
Weird time, cold weather, but
awesome sale! Grill, baby clothes,
Christmas decorations, furniture,
plus lots more! 32 Macon Rd.
Sun., 16th, 2-5 pm.
MOVING SALE! 178 Woods
Drive, Saturday, 15th from 8-5,
girl’s clothing (newborn - 5T),
women’s clothing (all sizes), toys,
fireplace insert, futon, mountain
sport bicycle, linens, household,
Christmas, & misc.
Motorcycles
2006 Road King Classic, oneowner, Black Cherry, lots of
chrome, always parked in a garage, less than 2,000 miles, with
pull behind trailer. Excellent condition. $16,450 or will consider
offer. Call 555-333-2133.
MUST SEE To Appreciate!
Model 2004 VTX 1300, black
and white, 3K miles. Bought new
off show room floor. Owner Must
Sell. $4,900 OBO. 555-333-8837
Super bike with lots of extras!
1999 Intruder 800, 19k miles Unbeatable price of $1,200! Great
Bike for Beginner Riders. Call
Today! 555-333-6464.
Pets/Pet Supplies
FREE TO GOOD HOME: 6month-old kitten, black with
white on chest, litter box trained.
555-333-6236
FOR SALE - AKC-registered,
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, female, 6 months, current on
shots, will make wonderful lap
dog. $750.00 Call: 555-333-7455
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Want to Place An Ad?
Call: (555) 333-3333
Monday – Friday, 7am – 4pm
Fax: (555) 333-4444
Email:
classified@livngstpress.com
Mail:
P.O. Box 36
Livingston, OK 11111
Include: Name, Address, Phone #,
Dates to run, and Payment.
Rate: 25 cents per word
DEADLINE!
Must be submitted by Monday,
2:30 pm, to appear in that week’s
paper.
Pets/Pet Supplies (cont.)
CUTE and LOVABLE! Beagle
dog, 3 years old, neutered, housebroken, great with children. $100.
555-333-8254
AKC Pug Puppies. Very small,
10 weeks old, shots & wormed.
$175. Call: 555-333-9527.
10x10 dog pen, chain link, galvanized steel frame $125.
Call: 555-333-8508
ONE AKC registered, female
Saint Bernard puppy, 11 weeks
old, has had first shots. $700. Call:
555-333-7272 (after 5 pm).
For Sale: Friendly, brown dog.
Not very old. $100. Call: 555333-7342.
Classified Advertisements: Practice Activity
Comprehending Functional Text
Classified Advertisements: Practice Activity
Name:
Date:
Practice
Directions: Use the Classified Advertisements document to answer the following questions.
1. What is the street address for the garage sale that advertises a bass boat?
2. What breed of dog was found on Mercy Circle Drive?
3. Under which subheading is the dog pen listed?
4. How much does it cost to place a 20-word ad in the newspaper? What is the textual evidence
that supports your answer?
5. Which words help the reader understand the meaning of deadline as used in the “Want to
Place An Ad?” section in column 3?
Analyze and Evaluate
6. Identify the types of information (age, breed, color, etc.) found in the two advertisements below. Record your findings in the appropriate box.
ADVERTISEMENT #1
ADVERTISEMENT #2
ONE AKC registered, Female Saint
Bernard puppy, 11 weeks old, has had
first shots, $700. Call: 555-333-7272
(after 5 pm).
For Sale: Friendly, brown dog. Not very
old. $100 Call: 555-333-7342.
7. Based on your findings, which is the better advertisement? Support your answer with details
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Email: Practice Activity
Comprehending Functional Text
Email
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To:
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Math Homework
Dear Mrs. Jones,
I will not be at school tomorrow. I have attached my math homework.
Thank you,
Shawn Howard
Email Netiquette
1. Include a short title in the Subject line.
2. Open your email with the correct greeting.
Examples of appropriate greetings:
Hi, (informal)
Dear Mr. Smith, (formal)
3. The message should be short and to the point.
4. Use standard capitalization and spelling.
5. Skip lines between paragraphs.
6. Use CC (Carbon Copy) to send the same message to more than one person at a time. Use
BCC (Blind Carbon Copy) to send the same message to more than one person at a time
without letting all the recipients see everyone else’s email addresses.
6. Avoid fancy fonts and the use of all capital letters.
7. Be sure to type your name at the bottom. Use both first and last names for a formal email.
8. Proofread and use spell check before sending.
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Email: Practice Activity
Comprehending Functional Text
Email: Practice Activity
Name:
Date:
Practice
Directions: Use the Email document to answer the following questions.
1. Who composed the email?
2. What document is attached to the email? What is the textual evidence that supports your
answer?
3. What text font was used?
4. What is the author’s purpose for writing the email?
5. Which words help the reader understand the meaning of appropriate as used in the “Email
Netiquette” section?
Apply
Compose an email to Marilyn DeWitt, the mayor of Trenton, requesting tourist information about
her city. The mayor’s email address is mdewitt@trentoncityhall.gov. Be specific about the types of
information you are requesting. Write your email on the screen below. Save Now
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Subject:
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J & S–Karate
4:00–5:30
J & S–Karate
4:00–5:30
14
15
M–Book Report
Due
M–Book Report
Due
29
22
J–Math Test
T–Honor Choir
3:30–5:00
30
T–Honor Choir
3:30–5:00
23
16
S–School
Play Tryouts
T–Honor Choir
3:30–5:00
9
17
M–Gymnastics
5:30–6:30
10
M–Gymnastics
5:30–6:30
T–History Test
T–Honor Choir
3:30–5:00
8
3
2
New Year’s
Day
(No School)
1
Thursday
Wednesday
Tuesday
31
M–Gymnastics
5:30–6:30
24
J & S–Karate
T–Honor Choir
M–Gymnastics
4:00–5:30
3:30–5:00
5:30–6:30
M & J–Middle-School Magazine Sales Fundraiser
13
J & S–Karate
4:00–5:30
Monday
Sunday
Sullivan Family Calendar
January
J–Karate
Competition,
Springfield,
9:00–3:30
26
Children Key: M = Mary
T = Teresa
J = Jim
S = Susan
25
M, J, T, & S–
Family Game
Night
in Magazine
Fundraiser
Orders
S–Karate
Competition,
Springfield,
9:00–3:30
12
M–Work
Bake Sale
S–Jill’s Birthday
Party
5
Saturday
18 M & J–Turn 19
11
M–Bake 3
dozen cookies
for bake sale
4
Friday
Comprehending Functional Text
Family Calendar: Practice Activity
Family Calendar
Family Calendar: Practice Activity
Comprehending Functional Text
Family Calendar: Practice Activity
Name:
Date:
Practice
Directions: Use the Family Calendar document to answer the following questions.
1. Which child is scheduled to attend Jill’s birthday party?
2. Which activity does Teresa attend every Wednesday?
3. All the children are scheduled to attend which activity?
4. Why is January 12 the best Saturday for Mrs. Sullivan to schedule a family night at the movies? What is the textual evidence that supports your answer?
5. What is the date of Jim’s math test?
Apply
Fill in the calendar showing your scheduled family activities for a week.
My Family Calendar Sunday
Key: Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
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Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Answer Keys
Comprehending Functional Text
Answer Keys
this product repaired will void this warranty,” or “What is
not covered by the warranty? unauthorized attempts to
repair”
Scenario Two: No; “What is not covered by the warranty?
products that were sold ‘AS IS’”
Station Three: Returns (p. 26)
1. Horizons Manufacturing Company, Attn: Returns Department, 310 N. Randolph Street, Anytown, USA 78925 2. December 23, 2013 3. Burgess Electronics
4. consumer 5. remote control and owner’s manual
6. HR-7500 7. Mary Cameron
Station Four: Details, Details, Details (p. 27)
1. one year 2. Horizons 3. television
4. 1-555-123-6789 5. retailer 6. Answers will vary.
7. repaired or exchanged for a similar product 8. refund or product exchange 9. state laws
10. Answers will vary.
Practice Activities
Classified Advertisements (p. 4)
1. 142 Hayward Street 2. Lab 3. Pets/Pet Supplies
4. $5.00; The rate is 25 cents per word.
5. must be submitted by
Email (p. 6) 1. Shawn Howard 2. Math homework; I
have attached my math homework. 3. Arial 4. inform
teacher of absence and send homework 5. correct
Family Calendar (p. 8) 1. Susan 2. honor choir
3. family game night 4. It is the only Saturday night
without any scheduled activities; Calendar for that date is
blank. 5. January 30
Food Nutrition Label (p. 10) 1. Yum Yum; Yum Yum has
12g of sugar and Multi Grain has 6g. 2. Multi Grain
3. whole grain corn 4. 32g 5. Answers will vary, but
may include: whole grain wheat, sugar, whole grain oats,
salt, whole grain barley, fructose, corn syrup
Assessment Prep
Assembly Instructions (p. 29)
1. c 2. a 3. c 4. b 5. d 6. b 7. b 8. c 9. c 10. a
Internet Search Screen (p. 12) 1. How to Search Tips
2. horses 3. www.horseshorseshorses.net 4. Breeds of Horses; horses that can be found on six different continents 5. breeding programs
Brochure (p.31)
1. c 2. a 3. c 4. d 5. a 6. c 7. d 8. c 9. d 10. b
Bus Schedule (p. 33)
1. c 2. a 3. c 4. a 5. d 6. d 7. c 8. b 9. c 10. b
Recipe (p. 14) 1. 4 2. Too much air left inside may
force the bag to open during shaking. 3. 5–8 min. 4. 1 cup; doubled the 1⁄2 cup milk 5. reduces
Restaurant Menu (p. 16) 1. homestyle minestrone soup;
$3.95 2. 18″ 3. From Our Ovens to Your Table
4. 4 to 5 5. $14.50
Safety Rules (p. 18) 1. lifeguard; Swimming is allowed
only when a lifeguard is on duty. 2. 10 3. 10:30 a.m.
to 11 p.m. 4. concession stand area 5. food and
beverages
Sales Flyer (p. 20) 1. XXL 2. $36.00 3. October 15
4. 2; white/blue and gray/blue 5. Come Soar With Us
Apply:
Calendar of Events (p. 35)
1. b 2. a 3. b 4. d 5. c 6. d 7. b 8. a 9. b 10. b
Class Schedule (p. 37)
1. b 2. c 3. c 4. a 5. c 6. d 7. b 8. d 9. d 10. a
Game Rules (p. 39)
1. b 2. a 3. b 4. c 5. a 6. a 7. a 8. d 9. b 10. d
Mall Directory (p. 41)
1. d 2. b 3. d 4. c 5. b 6. b 7. a 8. a 9. c 10. b
Movie Guide (p. 43)
1. c 2. d 3. b 4. c 5. a 6. a 7. b 8. c 9. c 10. a
Permission Letter (p. 45)
1. b 2. a 3. b 4. b 5. c 6. b 7. d 8. c 9. b 10. a
Poster (p. 47)
1. d 2. a 3. c 4. d 5. a 6. b 7. c 8. b 9. b 10. a
School Lunch Menu (p. 49)
1. b 2. a 3. d 4. a 5. c 6. d 7. a 8. d 9. b 10. d
Text Message (p. 21) 1. Are you going to the game tonight? I need a ride. Can you pick me up? Let me know.
Thanks. 2. Answers will vary.
Learning Stations Activity
Station One: Vocabulary (p. 24) Answers will vary.
Station Two: Real-Life Scenarios (p. 25)
Scenario One: No; “Attempts by the consumer to have
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Science Experiment (p. 51)
1. b 2. c 3. a 4. b 5. a 6. a 7. c 8. b 9. c 10. d
Student Handbook (p. 53)
1. d 2. b 3. c 4. d 5. b 6. a 7. d 8. a 9. b 10. d
Website Page (p. 55)
1. c 2. d 3. a 4. b 5. a 6. d 7. d 8. c 9. d 10. a
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About the Authors
Schyrlet Cameron has 34 years of experience as an elementary
and middle-school teacher. She is currently working as a writer and
educational consultant. Schyrlet has authored or co-authored over 20
teacher resource books. She has presented workshops at the national,
state, and local levels on a variety of topics. Schyrlet holds a Master of
Education Degree in Elementary Education and has received recognition
for her professionalism in teaching including the Missouri Science Teacher
of the Year Award and the national Excellence in Teaching Elementary
Science Presidential Award.
Suzanne Myers has 31 years of experience as a school library media specialist with additional certification in social studies. Currently, she
is an educational consultant and a writer/editor. She is the co-author of 9
teacher resource books and several bulletin board sets. In her workshops,
Suzanne focuses on utilizing technology and Internet resources in the
curriculum. She has been awarded state grants that provided funding for
cross-curricular activities in social studies and literature.
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